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**doksSirmAdods** · 03-16-2011, 10:08 AM

I can give you my personal opinions of the track, from several GP visits.

Spectator viewing is difficult. I find the temporary stands are crowded with poor sight lines, so it is important which stand you choose. The entance into the hairpin (10) is a prime passing spot under braking, also good for lapping traffic. The best stand to see this action is from 24 a silver stand across the track from the action. I see your problem, in that the silver seats are $200 more than the bronze. Stand 34 would give a good view of the hairpin, but is sold out. If your budget is limited to bronze, stand 31 corner 9 would probably be the best pick.

I can't recommend any hotels, but you probably want one with parking, close to the Metro. The Metro is efficient and will get you to the track with a reasonable walk to corners 9 and 10. The Metro will also get you downtown to the bar and restaurant district. Parking for spectators is not available at the track anyway, so the Metro is the way to get there.

I am shocked by the difference in price between silver and bronze, but you are unlikely to save that much on a cheaper hotel room.
Don't know how much this helps, but hope you do make the trip.

03-16-2011, 10:08 AM	#2
doksSirmAdods Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 638 Senior Member	I can give you my personal opinions of the track, from several GP visits. Spectator viewing is difficult. I find the temporary stands are crowded with poor sight lines, so it is important which stand you choose. The entance into the hairpin (10) is a prime passing spot under braking, also good for lapping traffic. The best stand to see this action is from 24 a silver stand across the track from the action. I see your problem, in that the silver seats are $200 more than the bronze. Stand 34 would give a good view of the hairpin, but is sold out. If your budget is limited to bronze, stand 31 corner 9 would probably be the best pick. I can't recommend any hotels, but you probably want one with parking, close to the Metro. The Metro is efficient and will get you to the track with a reasonable walk to corners 9 and 10. The Metro will also get you downtown to the bar and restaurant district. Parking for spectators is not available at the track anyway, so the Metro is the way to get there. I am shocked by the difference in price between silver and bronze, but you are unlikely to save that much on a cheaper hotel room. Don't know how much this helps, but hope you do make the trip.
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